Development Engineer

Job Description

ContiTech, a division of Continental, is one of the world's leading suppliers of technical elastomer
products and is a specialist in plastics technology. ContiTech develops and produces functional parts,
components, and systems for machine and plant engineering, mining, the automotive industry, and other important industries.

In this role you will be developing fluid system solutions, hose products, and related manufacturing processes to support hose manufacturing at Mount Pleasant, IA. Conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs. Directs support personnel in the preparation of design testing and prototype fabrication.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• Lead design, development, validation, verification and release of mechanical system/hose component engineering. • Create and review mechanical drawings.• Direct change management (documentation and part number release) for hose and fluid system components• Work with internal and external customers• Generate concepts for improved hose and fluid system designs and processes.• Provide technical support for Marketing, Field Sales, and Manufacturing• Develop innovative and new to the world fluid system solutions component, hose product, and materials• Actively drive product cost savings by incorporating best cost materials, optimal designs and processes.• Lead marginal product improvement activities• Finalize product SAP specifications and related documents• Utilize project management, design of experiments and structured problem-solving techniques• Other duties as directed • Capable of advanced abilities and knowledge in practices and techniques gained through experience and exposure to complex and diverse techniques, theories, and principles.• Leading in-depth analysis of the different possible courses of action and then selecting the best solution for implementation.• Lead critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new and complex ideas. Lead in executing collaborative research projects in cooperation with colleagues and project partners.• Leading and identifying a set of features, parameters, or considerations to take into account, in analyzing a situation or making a decision and offering solutions

Job Requirements

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY• Immediate Benefits• Paid Time Off• Tuition & Employee Discounts• Annual Bonus• Employer 401(k) Match• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience (in automotive industry a plus) or 6+ years of experience (in automotive industry a plus) if no relevant bachelor's degree• Proficient in Microsoft Office• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will sponsor internal candidates only for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

EEO Statement

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

About Continental

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech group sector develops and manufactures, for example, cross-material, environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture and other key industries. Guided by the vision of "smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber," the group sector draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services.